Rep. John James announces bid to run for Michigan governor

The field of contenders angling to step in as Michigan's next governor got one name larger Monday, with Republican Rep. John James announcing his candidacy.

• Apr 7, 2025

Republican Tudor Dixon considers run for Michigan governor or U.S. Senate

Dixon was backed by President Trump during her 2022 gubernatorial bid and has continued to stay involved in politics through her podcast.

• Mar 18, 2025

Michigan officials respond to Minnesota Gov. Walz selected as Kamala Harris' running mate

While Democratic officials are hopeful about Harris' vice presidential pick, some GOP leaders are calling the selection "confusing."

• Aug 6, 2024

Failed GOP gubernatorial candidate says Trump told her to 'talk differently about abortion'

Dixon, a conservative commentator, said to the former president, "I hope that you are able to navigate that, that issue in '24 and that we can win those women back because they are already putting out attack ads, and it is not a fair issue for them to attack on."

• Sep 4, 2023

Late push by Dixon helps tighten Michigan governor's race

Fresh off a late-October prime-time debate, Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon had completed nearly a dozen TV interviews by noon the next day. Campaign ads were finally airing on TV, and Dixon was scheduled to depart for a statewide bus tour in a final push to become Michigan's next governor.

• Oct 31, 2022

Michigan governor candidates debate tax cuts, abortion, guns

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer accused Republican challenger Tudor Dixon on Tuesday of "stoking violence" and pushing conspiracy theories meant to divide people, while Dixon said voters have felt the pain of the Democrat's failures and "you deserve better."

• Oct 26, 2022